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PHIL 5030 - Aristotle Credits: 3 Detailed examination of selected works of Aristotle.
Dual Listed PHIL 4030 . Prerequisite: graduate standing.
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PHIL 5040 - Kant Credits: 3 An examination of one or more aspects of the work of Immanuel Kant, conducted either from the perspective of the history of philosophy, or predominantly as a critical study.
Dual Listed PHIL 4040 . Prerequisite: graduate standing.
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PHIL 5120 - Philosophy and the Twentieth Century Credits: 3 Part three of the history of philosophy sequence. Covers the third great age of philosophy. Studies the main ways in which philosophy has been done since 1900. Topics normally include logic and philosophy, Wittgenstein, logical positivism and current trends.
Dual Listed PHIL 4120 . Prerequisite: graduate standing.
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PHIL 5130 - Figures in Modern and 19th Century Philosophy Credits: 3 A detailed examination of one or more of the figures in modern or 19th century philosophy.
Dual Listed PHIL 4130 . Former Course Number [5100] Prerequisite: graduate standing or consent of instructor.
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PHIL 5140 - Topics in Philosophy of Science Credits: 3-6 Max Credit (Max. 6)
Encompasses selected topics in philosophy of science.
Dual Listed PHIL 4140 . Prerequisite: graduate standing.
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PHIL 5190 - Philosophy of Language Credits: 3-6 Max Credit (Max. 6)
An advanced study of the work of one, or several related, contemporary philosophers.
Dual Listed PHIL 4190 . Prerequisite: graduate standing.
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PHIL 5300 - Topics in Ethics Credits: 3-6 Max Credit (Max. 6)
An advanced investigation of selected topics in ethics. Examples include derivative and basic principles of obligation; justice; morality and utility; generalization of norms; and the relation of morality and law.
Dual Listed PHIL 4300 . Prerequisite: graduate standing.
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PHIL 5340 - Issues in Environmental Ethics Credits: 3 Encompasses selected topics in environmental and natural resource ethics.
Dual Listed PHIL 4340 . Prerequisite: graduate standing.
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PHIL 5420 - Advanced Logic Credits: 3 Studies advanced topics in mathematical logic. Takes up such topics as: uninterpreted calculi and the distinctive contributions of syntax and semantics; metatheory, including completeness and consistency proofs; modal logic and semantics; logic as a philosophical tool.
Cross Listed COSC 5420 /MATH 5420 . Dual Listed PHIL 4420 . Prerequisite: graduate standing.
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PHIL 5440 - Topics in the Philosophy Of Mind Credits: 3-6 Max Credit (Max. 6)
An advanced study of problems in the philosophy of mind such as the concept of human action; intention; choice; reasons and causes in the explanation of human action; mental states and brain states; and artificial intelligence.
Dual Listed PHIL 4440 . Prerequisite: graduate standing.
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PHIL 5510 - Theory of Knowledge Credits: 3 Studies such problems as knowledge and belief, skepticism, perception and knowledge, memory, truth and justification of induction.
Dual Listed PHIL 4510 . Prerequisite: graduate standing.
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PHIL 5550 - Independent Study Credits: 1-6 Max Credit (Max. 6)
A study of a topic selected in consultation with the instructor.
Prerequisite: graduate standing.
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PHIL 5560 - Metaphysics Credits: 3 Examines approaches to metaphysics. Discusses problems such as causality, individuation and distinction between particulars and universals.
Dual Listed PHIL 4560 . Prerequisite: graduate standing.
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PHIL 5900 - Practicum in College Teaching Credits: 1-3 Max Credit (Max. 3)
Work in classroom with a major professor. Expected to give some lectures and gain classroom experience.
Prerequisite: graduate standing.
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PHIL 5920 - Continuing Registration: On Campus Credits: 1-2 Max Credit (Max. 16)
Prerequisite: advanced degree candidacy.
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PHIL 5940 - Continuing Registration: Off Campus Credits: 1-2 Max Credit (Max. 16)
Designed to provide an enrichment experience in a variety of topics.
Note: Note: credit in this course may not be included in a graduate program of study for degree purposes.
Prerequisite: advanced degree candidacy.
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PHIL 5959 - Enrichment Studies Credits: 1-3 Max Credit (Max. 99)
Designed to provide an enrichment experience in a variety of topics.
Note: Note: credit in this course may not be included in a graduate program of study for degree purposes.
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PHIL 5960 - Thesis Research Credits: 1-12 Max Credit (Max. 24)
Designed for students who are involved in research for their thesis project. Also used for students whose coursework is complete and are writing their thesis.
Prerequisite: enrollment in a graduate degree program.
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PHIL 5990 - Internship Credits: 1-12 Max Credit (Max. 24)
Prerequisite: graduate standing.
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Physical Education Activity |
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PEAC 1001 - Physical Activity and Your Health Credits: 1 Designed to help students gain an understanding of the impact physical activity or inactivity has on their health. Students gain the knowledge, skills, and experience that enable them to make informed decisions about their own health as it relates to their quality of life and longevity.
USP Code [P< >(none)] Note: NOTE: All students must enroll in a PEAC 1001 activity as part of the PEAC 1001 experience.
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PEAC 2000 - Wellness: Physical, Nutrition, and Lifestyle Concepts Credits: 1-3 Max Credit (Max. 9)
Designed to present information on topics including (but not limited to): nutrition, mobility and injury prevention, sleep and stress management, sport psychology, ethics in sport and human performance, and methods of fitness. Also includes a physical activity component.
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PHYS 1050 - Concepts of Physics Credits: 4 Introduces the physical world. For students whose background in math and science is minimal; recommended for students in paramedical sciences and medical technology. Three lecture hours per week are supplemented by two hours per week of laboratory work.
USP Code [SP< >PN] Prerequisite: MATH 1000 or equivalent, or passing the Mathematics Placement examination at Level
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PHYS 1090 - The Fundamentals of the Physical Universe Credits: 4 Applies fundamental principles of chemistry and physics to real life situations. Primarily for elementary education majors.
USP Code [SP< >PN] Prerequisite: MATH 1000 or equivalent, or passing the Mathematics Placement examination at Level
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PHYS 1101 - First-Year Seminar Credits: 3 USP Code [(none)< >FYS]
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PHYS 1110 - General Physics I Credits: 4 First course of two-semester sequence. Introduces elementary college physics without calculus. Primarily for premedical, predental, preoptometry, prephysical therapy and other students requiring insight into workings of the physical world. Includes classical mechanics, gravitation and heat. Laboratory sessions will illustrate principles studied. Students receiving credit for PHYS 1110 cannot receive credit for PHYS 1050 , PHYS 1210 or PHYS 1310 .
When Offered (Normally offered fall and summer semester) USP Code [SP< >PN] Prerequisite: MATH 1450 , 1405 or equivalent.
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PHYS 1120 - General Physics II Credits: 4 Follows PHYS 1110 and completes introduction to physics without calculus. Includes electricity, magnetism, optics and modern physics. Laboratory sessions illustrate principles studied. Students receiving credit in PHYS 1120 cannot receive credit in PHYS 1050 , PHYS 1220 or PHYS 1320 .
When Offered (Normally offered spring and summer semester) USP Code [SP< >PN] Prerequisite: P HYS 1110.
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PHYS 1210 - Engineering Physics I Credits: 4 First course of a two-semester sequence. Provides introduction to physics with calculus for engineering students. Includes classical mechanics, gravitation and mechanical waves. Laboratory sessions illustrate principles studied. Students receiving credit for PHYS 1210 cannot receive credit for PHYS 1050 , PHYS 1110 , or PHYS 1310 .
USP Code [SP< >PN] Prerequisite: a grade of C or higher in MATH 2200 and concurrent enrollment in MATH 2205 .
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PHYS 1220 - Engineering Physics II Credits: 4 Follows PHYS 1210 and continues introduction to physics with calculus for engineering students. Includes electricity, magnetism and heat. Laboratories illustrate principles studied. Students receiving credit for PHYS 1220 cannot receive credit for PHYS 1050 , 1120, or 1320.
USP Code [SP< >PN] Prerequisite: grades of C or higher in MATH 2200 , 2205 and concurrent enrollment in MATH 2210 .
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PHYS 1310 - College Physics I Credits: 4 First course of two semester sequence. Provides thorough introduction to physics with calculus. Primarily for majors in physics, astronomy, and other areas in science, mathematics and technology requiring the highest levels of sophistication. Includes classical mechanics, gravitation and mechanical waves. Laboratory sessions illustrate principles studied and meaning of physical measurement. Students receiving credit for PHYS 1310 cannot receive credit for PHYS 1050 , PHYS 1110 , or PHYS 1210 .
USP Code [SP< >(none)] Prerequisite: MATH 2200 and concurrent enrollment in MATH 2205 .
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PHYS 1320 - College Physics II Credits: 4 Follows PHYS 1310 and continues introduction to physics with calculus. Includes electricity, magnetism and thermodynamics. Laboratory sessions illustrate principles studied and meaning of physical measurement. Students receiving credit for PHYS 1320 cannot receive credit for PHYS 1050 , PHYS 1120 or PHYS 1220 .
USP Code [SP< >(none)] Prerequisite: MATH 2200 , 2205 and concurrent enrollment in MATH 2210 .
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PHYS 2250 - Themodynamic Systems in Energy Science Credits: 4 Introduces the principles of thermodynamics and their application to energy science. Intended for students majoring in Energry Resource Science.
Prerequisite: PHYS 1210 , grade of C or higher in MATH 2205 .
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PHYS 2310 - Physics III: Waves and Optics Credits: 4 Third-semester course primarily for majors in physics, astronomy, engineering, mathematics, and other sciences. Includes Gaussian Optics and matrix calculations, wave equations, interference, superposition principle, elementary Fourier Analysis, Fraunhofer and Fresnel Diffraction, application to optical instruments.
Prerequisite: PHYS 1220 or PHYS 1320 or equivalent.
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PHYS 2320 - Physics IV: Modern Physics Credits: 3 Fourth semester course primarily for majors in physics, astronomy, engineering, mathematics, and other physical sciences. Topics include introductory quantum mechanics, nuclear and particle physics, lasers, Planck’s Blackbody Radiation, photoelectric effect, electron diffraction, wave-particle duality, deBroglie Wavelength, Bohr Atom, Heisenberg Uncertainty Principle, Schrodinger Equation, and Einstein’s Special Theory of Relativity.
Prerequisite: PHYS 1220 or PHYS 1320 or equivalent.
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PHYS 2870 - Special Topics in: Credits: 1-4 Max Credit (Max. 4)
Presents various subjects not available in regularly scheduled courses.
When Offered (Offered based on sufficient demand and resources) Prerequisite: consent of instructor.
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PHYS 3000 - Methods of Physics Credits: 4 Provides introduction to mathematical methods and modern scientific computational tools used in physics/ astronomy. Topics include introduction to Python or linux operating system and use LabView software to run laboratory apparatus. Course examples will draw upon material in PHYS 1210 /PHYS 1220 to help build fluency in the first year physics material.
Prerequisite: PHYS 1220 .
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PHYS 3640 - Modern Electronics and Experimental Techniques Credits: 4 Introduced to analog and digital circuits/devices and computer interfacing with laboratory equipment and experiments. Includes computer programming, the analysis of experimental data, and report writing. Apply the skills developed in this class to interface with and control representative instrumentation used in experimental physics laboratories.
Prerequisite: PHYS 2320 .
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PHYS 3650 - Advanced Lab in Modern Physics and Electronics Credits: 4 Presents fundamentals of modern optics, modern and quantum physics, E&M/electronics, and thermodynamics in a project oriented interactive undergraduate laboratory with a focus on professional grade lab report writing that qualifies as WB USP. Students learn professional data handling, error theory, and data analysis.
USP Code [(none)< >COM3] Prerequisite: WA and PHYS 2310 or PHYS 2320 .
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PHYS 4000 - Applied Laser Science Credits: 3 Covers basic operational principles of lasers and their many applications in science and industry.
When Offered (Offered based on sufficient demand and resources) Prerequisite: PHYS 2310 or equivalent; PHYS 4310 .
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PHYS 4210 - Classical Mechanics I Credits: 3 First semester of a two-course sequence. Presents classical mechanics at intermediate level. Begins with elementary Newtonian mechanics and builds step by step into analytic mechanics. Includes simple harmonic motion of particles in one, two or three dimensions, gravitation; introduction to rigid-body motion; and introduction to Lagrangian and Hamiltonian Mechanics.
When Offered (Normally offered spring semester) Prerequisite: PHYS 2310 or equivalent, MATH 2210 or equivalent.
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PHYS 4220 - Classical Mechanics II Credits: 4 Follows PHYS 4210 . Presents classical mechanics at an intermediate to advanced level. Includes detailed treatment of Lagrangian and Hamiltonian Mechanics, rigid-body motion, small oscillations and introduction to relativity.
Dual Listed PHYS 5220 . Prerequisite: PHYS 4210 .
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PHYS 4310 - Quantum Mechanics Credits: 3 Studies fundamental concepts of quantum theory.
When Offered (Normally offered fall semester) Prerequisite: P HYS 4 210.
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PHYS 4340 - Semiconductor Materials and Devices Credits: 3 Physical properties of semiconductor materials and devices, including crystal lattices and energy bands, carrier generation, transport, and recombination. PN, metal-semiconductor, and heterojunction operation. Field Effect Transistors, including Metal Oxide Semiconductor (MOSFET), Junction ( JFET), MEtal Semiconductor (MESFET), and High Electron Mobility (HEMT) transistors. Bipolar Junction (BJT) and Heterojunction (HBT) Transistor operation.
Cross Listed EE 4340 . Prerequisite: PHYS 1220 or PHYS 1320 .
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PHYS 4350 - Advanced Quantum Mechanics Credits: 3 Covers advanced topics in quantum mechanics, including angular momentum, quantum states in three dimension, hydrogen atomic structure, electron spin, Pauli matrices, time-dependent and independent perturbation methods, Born approximation, formal scattering theory, etc. .
When Offered (Normally offered spring semester) Prerequisite: PHYS 4210 , PHYS 4310 , PHYS 4420 and MATH 4440 .
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PHYS 4410 - Electricity and Magnetism I Credits: 3 First semester of a two-course sequence. Presents electricity and magnetism on intermediate level, emphasizing fields. Begins with review of vector algebra and calculus and proceeds to discussion of electrostatics, potential theory and steady currents.
When Offered (Normally offered fall semester) Prerequisite: PHYS 2310 or equivalent and MATH 2210 .
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PHYS 4420 - Electricity and Magnetism II Credits: 3 Follows PHYS 4410 and continues intermediate discussion of electricity and magnetism. Covers magnetstatics, magnetoquasistatics, alternating currents, electromagnetic waves, transmission lines and antennae.
When Offered (Normally offered spring semester) Prerequisite: PHYS 4410 .
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PHYS 4510 - Thermodynamics and Statistical Mechanics Credits: 3 Presents fundamental principles of thermodynamics, emphasizing mathematical development.
Prerequisite: PHYS 4310 or equivalent and MATH 2210 .
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PHYS 4710 - Solid-State Physics Credits: 3 Surveys theory and application of solid state physics using quantum theory. Emphasizes relation between theory and experiment. Discusses areas of present research activity.
Prerequisite: PHYS 4310 and PHYS 4510 .
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PHYS 4720 - Solid State Electronic Devices Credits: 3 This course aims to develop basic semiconductor physics concepts, so students can better understand current and future solid state electronic devices and technology.
Prerequisite: PHYS 4210 , PHYS 4310 , PHYS 4420 and MATH 4440 .
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PHYS 4830 - Mathematical and Computational Physics I Credits: 3 First semester of a two-semester sequence. Provides a comprehensive overview of mathematical physics and numerous analytical mathematical techniques applied to physics problems. Topics include: numerical computations and visualizations, differential and integral vector analysis, linear algebra, infinite series, complex variables, partial differential equations, ordinary differential equations, integral transforms and equations, and calculus of variations.
Prerequisite: PHYS 2310 or PHYS 2320 and MATH 2210 , MATH 2250 , MATH 2310 .
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PHYS 4840 - Mathematical and Computational Physics II Credits: 4 Second semester of a two-semester course. Provides a comprehensive overview of computational physics and provides numerous numerical techniques applied to physics problems. Topics include: numerical computations and visualizations, numerical solutions of ordinary differential equations, linear systems, curve fitting, discrete Fourier transforms, partial differential equations, integration, and Monte Carlo simulations of general stochastic systems. A weekly lab session will be held.
Prerequisite: MATH 2210 , PHYS 2320 and PHYS 3000 .
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PHYS 4860 - Independent Study in: Credits: 1‑6 Encompasses independent study to advanced problems which may involve either library and/or laboratory research.
When Offered (Offered based on sufficient demand and resources) Prerequisite: PHYS 2310 .
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PHYS 4870 - Special Topics in: Credits: 1‑6 Presents various subjects not available in regularly scheduled courses.
When Offered (Offered based on sufficient demand and resources) Prerequisite: PHYS 2310 and consent of instructor.
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PHYS 4970 - Senior Research/Internship Credits: 1-3 Max Credit (Max. 4)
Requires a practical research experience or internship from the student up to 4 credits under the advisement of a faculty member. This requirement for graduation should lead to a professional publication or document written by the student. The credit requirements may be spread over several semesters.
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PHYS 5110 - Methods of Theoretical Physics I Credits: 4 First semester of a two-semester sequence which introduces mathematical techniques used in graduate physics courses. The content may be adjusted to meet the needs of the students. This course is required for M. S. and Ph. D. students.
Prerequisite: PHYS 4310 , PHYS 4410 , MATH 4440 or equivalent.
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PHYS 5120 - Methods of Theoretical Physics II Credits: 4 Designed to follow PHYS 5110 and will introduce further mathematical techniques used in graduate physics courses. Required for M. S. and Ph. D. students.
Prerequisite: PHYS 5110 .
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PHYS 5130 - Ultrafast Science and Spectroscopy Credits: 4 This graduate course introduces major themes, topics, and techniques in modern ultrafast science.
Prerequisite: PHYS 4350 (or equivalent) and PHYS 4420 (or equivalent).
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PHYS 5210 - Classical Mechanics Credits: 4 Advanced classical dynamics beginning with classical Lagrangian and Hamiltonian formalism, covering relativistic Lagrangian formulation, canonical transformations, Hamilton-Jacobi theory, and small oscillations. A required course for Ph. D. students.
Prerequisite: PHYS 4220 , MATH 4440 or equivalent, and concurrent registration in PHYS 5110 .
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PHYS 5220 - Classical Mechanics II Credits: 4 Presents classical mechanics at an intermediate to advanced level and is designed to follow PHYS 4210 . Includes a detailed treatment of Langrangian and Hamiltonian mechanics. Rigid-body motion, small oscillations, and an introduction to relativity.
Dual Listed PHYS 4220 . Prerequisite: PHYS 4210 .
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PHYS 5230 - Advanced Classical Mechanics Credits: 4 The developments of the 1970s and 1980s, including a major expansion in our understanding of chaotic motion in many areas of science, will be brought together in a coherent framework. A strong computational component will be associated with many of the problems studied.
Prerequisite: PHYS 4210 and PHYS 5220 or equivalent.
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PHYS 5310 - Quantum Theory I Credits: 4 First semester of a two-semester sequence which presents quantum mechanics on a professional level. Includes topics such as infinite dimensional vector spaces, postulates of quantum mechanics, exactly soluble bound systems, and angular momentum. Required for M. S. and Ph. D. students.
Prerequisite: PHYS 4220 , PHYS 4310 , MATH 4440 or equivalent, concurrent registration in PHYS 5110 .
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PHYS 5320 - Quantum Theory II Credits: 4 Designed to follow PHYS 5310 and will present topics such as scattering by a potential, addition of angular momentum, stationary and time dependent perturbation, identical particles. It is required for M. S. and Ph. D. students.
Prerequisite: PHYS 5310 and concurrent registration in PHYS 5120 .
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PHYS 5410 - Electromagnetic Theory I Credits: 4 The first semester of a two-semester sequence which presents electromagnetic theory on a professional level. The classical analytic solutions of the equations of motion are discussed and expressed as quadratures over the Green functions with attention to effect of boundary conditions. It presents topics such as algebra and calculus of vectors in configuration space, electrostatics, potential theory, and steady currents. Required for M. S. and Ph. D. students.
Prerequisite: PHYS 4420 , PHYS 5110 , MATH 4440 or equivalent.
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PHYS 5420 - Electromagnetic Theory II Credits: 4 Designed to follow PHYS 5410 and will present topics such as magnetostatics, magnetoquasistatics, time dependent electromagnetic theory, physical optics with a vector field, and radiation from antennae. Required for Ph. D. students.
Prerequisite: PHYS 5410 .
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PHYS 5510 - Statistical Mechanics Credits: 4 An introduction to statistical mechanics and the many-body problem, including quantum statistics. Required for Ph. D. students.
Prerequisite: PHYS 5210 , PHYS 5320 , PHYS 5410 .
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PHYS 5610 - Atomic and Molecular Spectroscopy Credits: 3 A quantum mechanical treatment of atomic and molecular structure, transition probabilities, selection rules, and the Zeeman and Stark effects.
Prerequisite: PHYS 5320 .
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PHYS 5620 - Atomic Physics Credits: 4 This course will cover atomic phenomena with a focus on atomic transitions and an introduction to particle physics.
Prerequisite: PHYS 4310 or equivalent, PHYS 5410 or equivalent.
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PHYS 5720 - Advanced Solid State Physics Credits: 3 A course in modern topics and theoretical technique relevant to condensed matter.
Prerequisite: PHYS 4710 or equivalent, PHYS 5510 .
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PHYS 5730 - Condensed Matter Magnetism Credits: 4 Designed to give graduate students instruction in the fundamental principles of magnetism, the important properties of magnetic materials and their applications. Required for the physics track of the PhD program.
Prerequisite: PHYS 4310 , PHYS 4410 , PHYS 4510 or equivalent.
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PHYS 5740 - Transport Properties of Solids Credits: 4 Instruction in the basic quantum theories of electron and phonon transport, interactions among the carriers and with impurities, and important transport phenomena in various systems. Required for the physics track students in the PhD program.
Prerequisite: PHYS 4310 , PHYS 4410 , PHYS 4510 or equivalent.
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PHYS 5750 - Optical Properties of Solids Credits: 4 Covers advanced topics of optical properties of solids, including free carrier contribution to their optical properties, interband transitions, absorption of light in solids, luminescence and photoconductivity, electron spectroscopy and surface science, light emitting diodes, etc.
Prerequisite: PHYS 4310 , PHYS 4410 , PHYS 4510 or equivalent.
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PHYS 5770 - Nanotechnology: Nanophysics and Nanosystems Credits: 4 Introduction to nanoscale fabrication techniques including lithography, pattern transfer, thin film deposition etc. Electronic transport in mesoscopic systems. Electrical properties of nanoscale devices including self-assembled monolayers, carbon nanotubes, and semiconductor nanowires. Noise properties of nanostructures.
Prerequisite: PHYS 4310 or equivalent.
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PHYS 5810 - Nuclear and Elementary Particle Physics Credits: 3 An advanced course in nuclear and elementary particle interactions, with emphasis on current development.
Prerequisite: PHYS 5350.
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PHYS 5820 - Plasma Physics Credits: 4 Introduction to plasma physics is exhibited through the analysis of numerous ionized environments (fusion systems, stellar surfaces, and the ionosphere). Fluid approximations (MHD), as well as a kinetic theory formulation (including the Vlasov equation) of plasma physics will be employed. Damping, instabilities, and nonlinear plasmas will be explored.
Prerequisite: PHYS 4210 and PHYS 4420 .
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PHYS 5830 - Physics of Solar Cells Credits: 4 Covers problems of energy economy, photon physics, physics of semiconductors, conversion of chemical energy into electrical energy, basic structure of solar cells, quantum-dot-semiconductor solar cells, limitations of energy conversions in solar cells, and strategies for higher efficiency.
Prerequisite: PHYS 5720 .
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PHYS 5840 - Experimental Methods and Low Temperature Credits: 4 Introduction to experimental methods in condensed matter physics and phenomena at low temperatures. The fields of solid properties at low temperatures, the generation and measurement of low temperatures, the generation of high magnetic fields in laboratory magnets, and basic vacuum technology are covered.
Prerequisite: graduate standing.
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PHYS 5860 - Independent Study Credits: 1-4 Max Credit (Max. 24)
Designed to provide opportunities for self-study and special projects under supervision of individual professors.
Restricted Restricted to graduate students. Prerequisite: PHYS 4860 or equivalent.
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PHYS 5870 - Special Topics In Physics Credits: 1-4 Max Credit (Max. 20)
Intended to accommodate various subjects not offered as regular courses.
Prerequisite: graduate standing.
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PHYS 5900 - Practicum in College Teaching Credits: 1-3 Max Credit (Max. 3)
Work in classroom with a major professor. Expected to give some lectures and gain classroom experience.
Prerequisite: graduate standing.
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PHYS 5920 - Continuing Registration: On Campus Credits: 1-2 Max Credit (Max. 16)
Prerequisite: advanced degree candidacy.
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PHYS 5940 - Continuing Registration: Off Campus Credits: 1-2 Max Credit (Max. 16)
Prerequisite: advanced degree candidacy.
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PHYS 5959 - Enrichment Studies Credits: 1-3 Max Credit (Max. 99)
Designed to provide an enrichment experience in a variety of topics.
Note: Note: credit in this course may not be included in a graduate program of study for degree purposes.
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PHYS 5960 - Thesis Research Credits: 1-12 Max Credit (Max. 24)
Designed for students who are involved in research for their thesis project. Also used for students whose coursework is complete and are writing their thesis.
Prerequisite: enrollment in a graduate degree program.
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PHYS 5980 - Dissertation Research Credits: 1-12 Max Credit (Max. 48)
Designed for students who are involved in research for their dissertation project. Also used for students whose coursework is complete and are writing their dissertation.
Prerequisite: enrollment in a graduate level degree program.
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PHYS 5990 - Internship Credits: 1-12 Max Credit (Max. 24)
Prerequisite: graduate standing.
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PLNT 1101 - First-Year Seminar Credits: 3 USP Code [(none)< >FYS]
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PLNT 1150 - Pesticide Safety and Application Credits: 1 Introduces various types and safe methods of pesticides application. Subsequent to completion, students may take the certification test administered by the Wyoming Department of Agriculture.
Cross Listed ENTO 1150 . Former Course Number [CROP 1150]
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PLNT 2025 - Horticultural Science Credits: 3 Propagation, growth, development and utilization of horticultural plants. Students gain an understanding of plant classification, anatomy, interactions with the environment, production and utilization.
USP Code [SB< >PN] Prerequisite: AECL 1000 or LIFE 1010 .
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PLNT 2026 - Horticultural Sciences Laboratory Credits: 1 Offers hands-on experience in many areas of horticulture. Students learn basic horticultural plant structures and functions, propagation methods, growing media and fertilizers, landscaping, pruning, etc.
When Offered (Normally offered fall semester) USP Code [SB< >(none)] Prerequisite: AECL 1000 or LIFE 1010 .
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PLNT 2200 - Field Crop Production Credits: 3 Provides students with a fundamental understanding of production cropping systems. Students will gain basic knowledge of major food crops, tillage systems, crop rotations, fertilization, irrigation, crop development, pest management, and other topics related to field crops.
When Offered Normally offered spring semester of even-numbered years. Prerequisite: AECL 1000 or concurrent enrollment.
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PLNT 3000 - Irrigated Agriculture Credits: 3 Study of the complexity of plant/soil water relationships and its importance on irrigation. Soil and water relations, reference/crops evapotranspiration and management of the water balance. Principles of chemigation, computer modeling/ monitoring included. Methods for irrigation scheduling and the importance of water use efficiency as a strategy for water conservation.
Cross Listed SOIL 3000 . Prerequisite: MATH 1400 , SOIL 2010 .
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PLNT 3036 - Grape Production Credits: 3 Introduces students to the science of viticulture. Topics include grapevine origin and distribution, taxonomy, morphology and physiology, soil and climatic requirements, vineyard establishment, grapevine nutrition, cultural practices, harvesting and post-harvest management. Successful completion will enhance students’ knowledge and understanding on grape production and management.
Former Course Number [AECL 3036] Prerequisite: PLNT 2025 .
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PLNT 3220 - Plant Pathology Credits: 3 Study of plant diseases, their causes, nature and control, as well as pathogen biology. Study of diseases caused by fungi, bacteria, viruses, nematodes, mycoplasma-like organisms, higher plants and abiotic factors on field and vegetable crops, as well as on landscape plants. Gives students insight into the impact plant diseases have on humans.
Former Course Number [PLPA 3220] Prerequisite: AECL 1000 or LIFE 1010 .
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PLNT 3300 - Horticultural Plant Propagation Credits: 3 Emphasis on sexual and asexual propagation of various plants including herbaceous and woody crops. Seed propagation discussions include anatomy, physiology, dormancy, and enhancing seed viability and germination. Asexual propagation discussions center on anatomy and physiology of cuttings, adventitious root formation, budding, grafting, and tissue culture.
When Offered (Normally offered spring semester of even-numbered years) Prerequisite: PLNT 2025 .
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PLNT 4000 - Plant Disease Control Credits: 3 Advanced study of plant diseases. Important diseases of field, forage and horticultural crops will be studied. Includes history and current distribution and uses of crops. Emphasis will be placed on pathogen biology and development of integrated disease management. Current and classic research papers on plant disease control will be discussed.
Dual Listed PLNT 5000 . When Offered (Normally offered fall semester of even-numbered years) Former Course Number [PLPA 4000] Prerequisite: PLNT 3220 .
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PLNT 4020 - Sustainable Agriculture Credits: 3 Focuses on the sustainability of agroecosystems and the human communities that maintain them in the context of regional, national and global food and fiber requirements. Topics include: the scale of agriculture, low-input systems, current energy and transportation challenges, markets, and integrated crop and livestock production.
Dual Listed PLNT 5020 . Prerequisite: 8 hours of Life Sciences.
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PLNT 4050 - Plant Biotechnology Credits: 3 Introduces students to the science and applications of plant cell, tissue and organ culture, and regeneration. Topics include in vitro techniques used for developing new genotypes. Successful completion will enhance knowledge and understanding of plant tissue culture techniques and their applications in crop improvement.
Dual Listed PLNT 5050 . Prerequisite: LIFE 2023 or equivalent.
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PLNT 4070 - Weed Science and Technology Credits: 4 Management and physiological principles involved in control of economically important farm and range weeds.
Dual Listed PLNT 5070 . When Offered (Normally offered fall semester) Former Course Number [CROP 4070] Prerequisite: AECL 1000 , LIFE 1010 .
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PLNT 4120 - Organic Food Production Credits: 3 A complete review of the federal organic production guidelines, methods and applications for organic production facilities, alternative marketing principles, concepts of organic fertilizer use, organic pest control and concepts for using environmentally friendly methods to reduce chemical, petroleum and synthetic inputs for more sustainable crop and livestock agricultural systems.
Cross Listed AECL 4120 . Dual Listed PLNT 5120 . Prerequisite: 8 hours of LIFE and/or CHEM.
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PLNT 4180 - Greenhouse Crop Production Credits: 4 Production methods for a wide range of herbaceous plants including bedding plants, perennials, vegetables, flowering potted plants, and foliage plants. Emphasis is placed on current production techniques in controlled environments and in the field.
Dual Listed PLNT 5180 . When Offered (Normally offered spring semester of odd-numbered years) Prerequisite: PLNT 3300 .
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PLNT 4190 - Herbs, Spices and Medicinal Plants Credits: 3 Includes the history and importance of herbs, spices, and medicinals; collection of these plants in the wild; botany; chemistry; greenhouse and field production; organic production; harvesting; drying; postharvest operations; legal aspects; and products.
Dual Listed PLNT 5190 . Prerequisite: 8 hrs. LIFE and/or CHEM.
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